Lorrie Stolz

The meeting included the approval of the treasurer's report and review of account balances. The operator's report detailed plant performance, including flow rates, maintenance activities, and the replacement of pump #1. A decision was made to hire HydroTech Environmental for sludge hauling and emergency services. The engineer's report covered updates on several grant-funded projects, including the PA Small Water & Sewer Saddler Pump Station Improvements, the Local Share Headworks/HVAC Grant, and various collection system rehabilitation projects. Additionally, discussions were held regarding easement agreements, the potential filling of closed lagoons, land ownership of the sewer plant property, and legal assessments of sewer easements for Vixen Hill.

The council discussed and approved proposals for engineering services, including the appointment of Technicon Enterprises and the completion of the Act 537 plan by SSM Group. Financial actions included the release of construction and professional services escrow funds for the Tensor Motorcar project. The council adopted Resolution No. 2026-06 regarding park improvements and Resolution No. 2026-07 to adopt an Emergency Operations Plan. Additional discussions covered the procurement of a sound system for upcoming community events, maintenance of trees and infrastructure, repairs at Borough Hall, and addressing property code complaints.

The Council meeting included several key actions and discussions. A proclamation was accepted for National Library Week for the Chester County Library. The Council approved the addition of batting cages at Livingood Park and discussed weed control for the field. Various community events including a newsletter, yard sale, and Elverson Day were highlighted. The Council appointed a representative to the EHBEMS advisory committee and a voting delegate for the PSAB Annual Conference. A resolution was adopted regarding the acceptance of the skate park at Livingood Park contingent upon specific legal documentation. Other topics included property complaints, the installation of banners along Main Street, trash and recycling provisions at the skate park, placement of speed limit signs, crosswalk improvement proposals, and a review of emergency management and hazard mitigation plans.

The board reviewed treasurer reports including account balances and payables, discussed long-range planning, and potential land utilization for solar energy. The operator's report confirmed normal plant operations with flow data within permit limits and upcoming maintenance schedules. The engineering report covered updates on various projects including easement plans, grant-funded infrastructure upgrades, capital improvements, and permit renewals. The solicitor reported no items. Finally, the board discussed responding to an EPA warning letter regarding a previous inspection at the plant.

The Board discussed the 2026 Landscape Maintenance Proposal, approved February payables, and reviewed the Operator's report on treatment plant maintenance and flow metrics. The Engineer's report covered the approval of the 2025 Chapter 94 Report, the release of escrow funds for the Tensor Motorcar project, and updates on various grant projects including the Saddler Pump Station Improvements and the collection system rehabilitation. The Solicitor provided an update on escrow closure and discussed a sewer connection fee issue for a property at 28 W. Main Street. New business included a discussion on prospective development at Vixen Hill and plans to address low-lying areas at the abandoned lagoons by meeting with the Conservation District.